Dried Cantharides Blister Beetles from Canada
Cantharides are dried blister beetles (Lytta vesicatoria) used historically in pharmaceuticals for their cantharidin content, which induces blistering. Classified in HTS 0510.00.20.00 as an animal product for pharma use, provisionally preserved by drying. Primarily sourced from Spain and North Africa.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include Material Safety Data Sheets due to high toxicity of cantharidin
• Obtain special permits for importing vesicants from relevant health authorities
• Ensure insect identification certificates to confirm species authenticity